Lynmouth Street is in Lynmouth and in North Devon district. EX35 6EH is located in the Lynton & Lynmouth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth, EX35 6EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: EX35 6EX, EX35 6EL, EX35 6EE, EX35 6EF, EX35 6ES, EX35 6EQ, EX35 6JD, EX35 6EN, EX35 6JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around EX35 6EH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of EX35 6EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.7% | 18.9% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 53.1% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 11% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 34% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 43.3% | 9.0% | 33.6% | 9.7% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 18.5% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.4% | 20% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.1% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 16% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 13.3% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 32.4% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 95% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 93.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 93.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.8% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynmouth Street was 90.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 107.6% higher than the Combe Martin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynmouth Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Combe Martin and the 59th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in North Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Inn, 19 Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £354,000 | 2024-06-21 | £342,825 |
| 8 Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-05-17 | £152,370 |
| Prospect Cottage Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2015-10-29 | £277,856 |
| Flat 1 8 Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2015-04-01 | £210,748 |
| Flat 2 8 Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2015-04-01 | £217,334 |
EX35 6EH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 28% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
EX35 6EH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in EX35 6EH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 79 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynton Church of England Primary School Market Street , EX35 6AF | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Cottage And Que Pasa | 10 Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth | 5 yd | |
| The Coffee Mill | 7 Riverside Road, Lynmouth | 5 yd | |
| The Harbour Shed | 3 Riverside Road, Lynmouth | 23 yd | |
| Lynmouth Bay Cafe | Bridge House, 18 Lynmouth Street | 34 yd | |
| The Esplanade Fish Bar | 2 The Esplanade, Lynmouth | 233 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens | 8 Queen Street, Lynton | 339 yd | |
| The Cottage Inn | Lynton, Devon | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exmoor Bake House | 3 Lynmouth Street, Lynmouth | 5 yd | |
| The Spicy Mare | 9 Queen Street, Lynton | 321 yd | |
| 1-2 Cliff Railway Road | Lee Road, Lynton | 406 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holman Park LONGMEAD | grass pitches | 1,056 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.